

Best for beginner divers, 2-6m, shore entry, mild current.
Silbersee West is a freshwater shore-entry dive site located in Wörthersee, Austria. Suitable for beginner divers, the site features a shallow profile ranging from 2 to 6 metres with an average depth of 4 metres. Divers encounter mild currents and visibility that fluctuates between 3 and 10 metres. The site includes a reef structure to explore and supports night diving. Due to potential low visibility and entanglement hazards, maintaining good buoyancy control is essential. On-site facilities include parking and a café, making it a convenient location for a day trip. Typical dives last approximately 40 minutes.
46.60940, 13.90340
The on-site parking and café make this an easy day trip with no logistical stress. For night dives, arrive before dark to familiarise yourself with the entry point and any submerged obstacles near shore.
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Recorded at this site
Depth
Up to 6m
Visibility
3-10m
Skill Level
Beginner
Entry
Shore
Current
Mild
Typical Dive
40 min
Yes, the site is well suited to newly certified open water divers looking to build confidence in shallow, calm conditions.
The site ranges from 2 to 6 metres in depth, with an average depth of 4 metres.
Silbersee West is a shore-entry dive site.
Visibility at the site ranges from 3 to 10 metres depending on conditions, though it can drop without warning.
Divers should be aware of entanglement hazards and potential low visibility. Good buoyancy control is recommended.
Diving at Silbersee West in Villach requires the following certifications: Open Water. Always dive within your training limits.